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SWJ 910L

1972 MG B GT

Yellow Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2024
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

94,556 mi
Last recorded94,556 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2023
Typical for 1972 MG B GT41,520 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSWJ 910L
MakeMG
ModelB GT
Year1972
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2023 94,556 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2023 94,551 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 94,401 miles

slight corrosion to o/s jacking point

steering operation slightly stiff/tight

Pass 2 Jun 2021 94,163 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

steering operation slightly tight

Pass 24 Jun 2020 93,989 miles

vehicle heavily undersealed

Pass 29 Mar 2019 93,853 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion on battery cradle

Pass 25 Apr 2018 93,766 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 93,685 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 93,626 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 93,549 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 93,081 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

battery mounts have bad corrosion

front discs slightly corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2012 92,963 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 92,833 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 92,710 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 30 Jun 2009 92,625 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 92,572 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 92,470 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2007 92,470 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 92,401 miles

How Reliable is the MG B GT?

Based on 132,623 MOT tests across 14,879 vehicles.

74.5%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
60
Year Lifespan
14,879
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 4,350
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,119
brake binding 3,855
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,693
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,413
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SWJ 910L is a 1972 MG B GT in Yellow with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1972 MG B GT models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.1% with a typical mileage of 41,520 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG B GT fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 4,350 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SWJ 910L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG B GT typically stays on UK roads for around 60 years. At 54 years old, this MG B GT is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SWJ 910L?

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What year was SWJ 910L registered?

SWJ 910L is a 1972 MG B GT, first registered on 1 December 1972.

Is SWJ 910L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SWJ 910L shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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